Overhead photo of a brass tray on a deep red cloth holding an offering of mixed flowers and leaves. Red hibiscus blooms, white and pink blossoms, yellow flowers and a few green leaves and grass blades surround two small terracotta pots or cups. No people are visible; the arrangement looks like a floral puja offering. - Nithyanandapedia

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Overhead photo of a brass tray on a deep red cloth holding an offering of mixed flowers and leaves. Red hibiscus blooms, white and pink blossoms, yellow flowers and a few green leaves and grass blades surround two small terracotta pots or cups. No people are visible; the arrangement looks like a floral puja offering.

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